Escape without having to go too far when you plan to spend a little romantic time together on a date at Hendricks Park. This is Eugene's oldest city park and it offers several natural amenities that will make your time together quite memorable. Over its sprawling 78 acres, the two of you will find a mature forest to marvel at, a highly-recognized rhododendron garden to admire, and several winding trails on which to stroll casually hand in hand.
Let your imagination take flight when you visit the Oregon Air and Space Museum. See incredible displays of full-sized WWI and WWII aircraft. If that isn't impressive enough for you, you will truly be enthralled by the comprehensive scale model collection that will put a smile on the face of the most discriminating aeronautics fan. Plus, you'll see various exhibits and attractions that include flight suits, a space program time line, and a stunning variety of air space memorabilia and exhibits.
Eugene's Laurel Hill Park Trail is a favorite of area runners and walkers. Located behind the Laurelwood Golf Course at the top of Agate Street is Laurel Park where this network of single-track recreation trails begins. The terrain is somewhat challenging in parts, but that intensity of the workout will prove highly beneficial for those running the trail.
The wines produced by King Estate are comparable to the wines produced in Napa Valley. See how the professionals do what they do to create one of the most respected wines in the state of Oregon by taking a highly informative and entertaining tour of their facility. The lush, expansive area only adds to the allure and mystique of the whole process of creating this memorable vintage. Other special events take place at this winery at various times, so check their website before you head out. No trip to the area is complete without a visit to the King Estate!